REV/MNON 1/72 SR-71 BLACKBIRD KIT This unique airplane flew at 2,000 mph at altitudes that are still classified. With high-tech electronic equipment onboard, it gathered strategic reconnaissance information for the U.S. military for over 25 years. The SR-71 was developed by Lockheed s "Skunk Works" to replace the U-2 high altitude spyplane which had become vulnerable to interception by surface-to-air missiles. The SR-71 is very fast and with a top speed in excess of 2100 mph it still holds many world speed records. In the early 90s the SR-71 fleet was mothballed but several aircraft have been reactivated by the continuing need for a manned reconnaissance capability.
Model Information:
Skill Level: 2
Contains 66 parts in black and clear plastic with raised panel lines, markings included for one USAF aircraft, one piece cockpit tub with separate instrument panels, seats, and seated pilot and observer figures, optional position canopies, can be built as drone carrier (drone included), waterslide decals, detailed landing gear and wheel wells, exhaust nozzles and intake cones and includes D-21 reconnaisance drone with ground trolley.
Dimensions:
Length: 18.5"
Wingspan: 9.25" |
